Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Alice ALTON Obituary
ALTON, Alice (Penne)
Born 5/25/1921 in New York. Passed away 11/11/2013 at Mercy San Juan Hospital in Carmichael at the age of 92. Her outgoing personality and her silver blond hair (since birth) always attracted attention wherever she went. Penne joined the Navy in 1943. As a WAVE, she served 14 months and was honorably discharged in 1944. Her passion for painting was intense, an ardent Impressionist, she specialized in floral & beautiful country scenes. Her closest friend in the artist family was Rita Beaulieu of San Francisco, whom she spoke of frequently. Before retiring, she worked as social secretary to Lee Radziwill (Jackie Kennedy's sister) and 17 years as Executive Secretary for the Newton Cope family at the Huntington Hotel in San Francisco. She will be missed by her longtime friend, Don Steger, the staff at The American River Care Center, and her many friends at Ernie's Interlude Lounge. Per her request, there will be no funeral services.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Alice ALTON
1 Entry
Vivian Walker
May 15, 2014
I was very sorry to learn of Penne's passing but that happens when one lives so far away. I knew her at the Interlude and I also purchased some of her paintings. I'm a fellow artist and have always admired her wonderful and bold use of color. The last time I saw her was in the assisted living facility and she seemed in such good spitits about having won the first place prize for one of her paintings. Very sad to see her gone.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Alice ALTON's name
Memorial Events
for Alice ALTON
How to support Alice's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Alice ALTON's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
